Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-06

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The diagram below shows how fabric is manufactured from bamboo.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Student answer (Band 6.5)

The illustration demonstrates manufacturing of clothes from bamboo plants.

Overall, it is a nine-step linear process which starts from planting of a bamboo plant and ends with production of fabric used for making clothes.

Firstly, bamboo plants are planted in the season of spring, followed by their manual harvesting in the fall season. After that these bamboo sticks are cut into strips to make it easier for the next step, which involves the crushing of these strips to squeeze out the liquid pulp found in them. The juice extracted from these strips is then passed through a filter, which separates fibres from liquid.

These isolated fibres are then added to a mixture of water and amine oxide which softens them. Later a ball of yarn is formed by spinning theses softened fibres. To achieve a material like fabric the yarn is woven which in the end is used to make clothes such as shirts and socks.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response successfully covers all stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. You have identified the main features and provided a clear, logical summary. The overview is effective, as it highlights the linear nature of the nine-step process. To reach a higher band, ensure you explicitly mention the specific inputs or chemical agents involved (such as the amine oxide) as part of the process description, rather than just listing them. You have addressed all parts of the task well, and the information is accurately presented based on the visual data provided.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is logically organized, following the chronological order of the manufacturing process. You use a range of cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'followed by', 'After that', and 'Later' to guide the reader through the steps. However, the paragraphing is insufficient; the entire body of the report is contained within a single paragraph. Dividing the process into two distinct stages—for example, the raw material preparation and the chemical/mechanical processing—would improve the structure and flow, making the information easier to digest.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'harvesting', 'isolated fibres', and 'amine oxide' correctly. There are some minor issues with word choice, such as 'manufacturing of clothes' (better as 'manufacturing of fabric' or 'textile production') and 'achieve a material like fabric' (which is slightly redundant). While the vocabulary is sufficient to convey the meaning clearly, it lacks the more sophisticated, precise terminology that would elevate the response to a higher band. Expanding your range of process-related verbs would be beneficial.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, and the grammar is generally accurate. There are a few minor slips, such as 'planting of a bamboo plant' (which is slightly repetitive) and 'spinning theses softened fibres' (a spelling error). You have good control over punctuation and sentence construction, which ensures that the message is never obscured. To improve, try to incorporate a wider variety of passive voice constructions, which are particularly appropriate for describing industrial processes, such as 'the pulp is extracted' or 'the fibres are treated'.

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